Supreme Court of the United States
Washington, D.C. 20543

CHAMBERS OF JUSTICE SANDRA DAY O’CONNOR

December 6, 1996

The Honorable Randy J. Holland
Supreme Court of Delaware
PO Box 369
Georgetown, DE 19947

Dear Justice Holland:

Thank you very much for your kind invitation to address the Delaware Bench and Bar on June 4.

I wish it were possible to accept, but, after checking my calendar, I must decline. June is an incredibly busy time and, in addition, we have a Court Conference scheduled on June 5. I feel I just cannot plan to give an out of town speech the night before. I am sorry. It is disappointing to be unable to participate in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Delaware’s Constitution.

Best wishes.

Sincerely,

Sandra Day O’Connor